New York State
Hochul’s curious comments on gerrymandering
The new governor promised to change Albany politics before making a very interesting comment on redistricting.
New York State
Hochul picks Brian Benjamin for LG
The Harlem Democrat could help the new governor make inroads with downstate voters.
Politics
The Hochul tone debuts in Albany
‘Collaboration’ is the magic word as the new governor promises a new approach to policymaking.
New York State
5 takeaways from Kathy Hochul’s first speech as governor
She laid out her priorities on mask mandates in schools, rent relief distribution and ethics reforms.
Politics
New York welcomes its first female governor
Political observers hope that Kathy Hochul will bring needed change to Albany in her historic role.
New York State
5 things to know about the new secretary to the governor
Incoming Gov. Kathy Hochul has appointed Karen Persichilli Keogh as her top aide.
New York State
Cuomo’s first go at a political comeback
The outgoing governor spent his final weeks in office reminding New Yorkers recent scandals have not changed him one bit.
New York State
Will Kathy Hochul end the era of imperial governors?
After a century of growing executive control, New York’s first female governor is ready to collaborate.
New York State
The powers granted by Silver v. Pataki
While the governor has more control over the state budget, it’s still unclear where it becomes overreach.
New York City
New York City Council aides are officially unionized, after 21-month campaign
The Association of Legislative Employees is now the country’s largest legislative staff group in organized labor.
This Week's Headline
Impeachment probe back on as Hochul searches for her LG
Rounding up the week’s political news
New York City
Businesses challenge New York City's COVID-19 vaccine mandate
Mayor Bill de Blasio is requiring proof of vaccination for entry to restaurants, gyms and entertainment venues.
Politics
Four months on, City Council flouting de Blasio’s return to offices
A continuation of remote work has kept some 700 employees out of sync with the mayor’s plan until now.
Excelsior Newsletter
New York City
Parents, advocates rally against expansion of family enrichment centers
They said the centers’ ties to New York City’s child welfare system will discourage parents from seeking support.
15th Anniversary
Joe Crowley: New York politics is never boring
The former member of Congress writes about the past five years.
15th Anniversary
New York’s resilient media industry
Experts weigh in on the future of news and City & State’s role in the local landscape.
New York State
Who will Hochul pick as lieutenant governor?
She’s eyeing a downstate ally, but there are several interesting options.
Politics
Five years and a transformed New York
Trump’s 2016 presidential victory shocked his home state. We had no idea what we were in for.
This Week's Headline
Cuomo resigns and Kathy Hochul will be first female governor
Rounding up the week’s political news.
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